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Vehicle recall 20V159000 · March 19, 2020

Tremcar 406 Semi-Trailer and 407 Semi-Trailer

The washers used for mounting the brake actuators may fracture, allowing the actuators to loosen, potentially reducing the braking ability.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Tremcar is recalling certain 2018-2020 406 and 707 semi-trailers. The washers used for mounting the brake actuators may fracture, allowing the actuators to loosen, potentially reducing the braking ability.
Consequence
A reduction in the braking performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tremcar will notify owners, and TSE Brakes will provide replacement brake actuator mounting washers and nuts, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tremcar customer service at 1-800-363-2158.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
20V159000
Reported to NHTSA
March 19, 2020
Filed by
Tremcar
Owner notification
March 30, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected
47
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes
Recall 20V159000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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